Canada
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Reveals World Championship North American Qualifier
The best teams across the United States and Canada will compete for a spot at the prestigious M3 World Championship
MOONTON Games and Estars announced the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang World Championship North American Qualifier, which will take place September 11-12th and 18-19th, marking the largest qualifier in the region to date. The open qualifier will see the best teams from across the United States and Canada go head-to-head for a share of a $6,500 prize pool with the winning team receiving a spot at the prestigious Mobile Legends: Bang Bang M3 World Championship. The event will also play host to notable esports and gaming talents including host Jake “SirActionSlacks” Kanner, caster Austin “Capitalist” Walsh and content creator David “Assassin Dave” Mao.
The NA Qualifier will feature a single-elimination bracket, with a best-of-three series played through the semi-finals and concluding with a best-of-five series for the top 8 teams. Action from the quarterfinals, semi-finals, and final will be live-streamed on Twitch, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube – promising two days of intense and exciting matches. Fans can tune in from 11:00 AM PDT on September 18th and September 19th.
The $6,500 USD prize pool for the event will be split with the 1st place receiving $3,500 USD, 2nd place receiving $2,000 USD, and 3rd place receiving $1,000 USD. Over 2.7 million diamonds, the game’s sought-after currency, will also be on the line for winners, participating teams, and viewers alike.
“It’s an honor to be able to host our largest NA qualifier with Estars and provide more competitive opportunities in the region. With Mobile Legends: Bang Bang becoming one of the most-watched esports titles in the world, we have seen an incredible increase of players at a global level, including North America. We look forward to seeing the teams battle it out against the very best at the M3 World Championship,” said Nicholas Chang, North America, Esports Manager at MOONTON Games.
As Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’s most inclusive qualifier in North America to date, there will be no limit on the team registrations. With more competitive players than ever before, the qualifier aims to provide an opportunity for the United States and Canada to showcase their skills and become the best team in the world at the biggest Mobile Legends: Bang Bang World Championship ever hosted. Registration is currently open at https://smash.gg/M3NAQual.
The Mobile Legends: Bang Bang M3 World Championship is set to take place in December with more details on format, location, and prize pool set to be announced in the coming months. In its third iteration, the World Championship will feature the top 16 teams from across the world. The M2 World Championship was hosted in Singapore and saw Bren Esports emerge victorious after taking down Burmese Ghouls and cementing their place in Mobile Legends: Bang Bang history.
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Alberta
Play’n GO granted Alberta iGaming licence, expanding Canadian market footprint
The Swedish gaming giant confirms its entry into another regulated market, with its industry-leading portfolio of games set to launch in Alberta.
Play’n GO, one of the world’s leading casino entertainment providers, has been granted a licence to supply online gaming content in the Canadian province of Alberta, marking another milestone in the company’s expansion across regulated North American markets.
The licence, awarded by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission (AGLC), allows the company to offer its portfolio of premium online casino titles to licensed operators in the province ahead of Alberta’s planned market launch later this year.
Alberta represents an important new regulated opportunity within Canada, complementing Play’n GO’s established presence in Ontario and Quebec, while reinforcing the company’s commitment to operating exclusively in regulated jurisdictions.
Magnus Olsson said: “Being granted a licence in Alberta is another important step in our North American growth journey and further strengthens our presence in Canada.
“Regulated markets are the foundation of our business, and Alberta represents an exciting opportunity to expand our footprint in a jurisdiction that shares our commitment to high standards, player protection and long-term sustainability.”
The Alberta licence forms part of Play’n GO’s broader strategy of expanding through regulated markets, working closely with licensed operators to deliver compliant, high-quality gaming content focused on innovation, responsibility, and long-term commercial value.
As part of its market entry preparations, the company has aligned its technology and game portfolio with Alberta’s regulatory standards and requirements, with an initial batch of titles already undergoing certification to ensure launch readiness.
About Play’n GO
With more than 20 years of experience in mobile-first gaming, Play’n GO is a global leader in casino entertainment and the creator of some of the industry’s most iconic online titles, including Rich Wilde and the Book of Dead, Reactoonz, and Moon Princess.
A pioneer in the sector, Play’n GO was among the first to recognize the potential of mobile gaming, developing casino content for mobile devices as early as 2005, before the smartphone era.
Today, the company offers a portfolio of more than 450 premium titles, available to regulated operators across over 35 jurisdictions.
Play’n GO is strongly committed to a fully regulated, sustainable gaming industry built around entertainment, safety, and long-term collaboration.
The company works closely with operators, regulators, and research institutions to promote responsible gaming standards across all markets in which it operates.
With a deep understanding of both operators’ and players’ needs, Play’n GO focuses on creating high-quality, enduring content designed for long-term engagement.
In addition to game development, the company also provides backend services and solutions that support operators in delivering a seamless gaming experience.
Beyond gaming, Play’n GO has expanded into complementary entertainment verticals with Play’n GO Music and Play’n GO Shop, and is also a proud partner of the TGR Haas F1 Team.
For more information, please visit www.playngo.com
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Alberta
Play’n GO secures Alberta iGaming supplier licence from AGLC
Play’n GO has been granted a licence to supply online gaming content in Alberta, as the province prepares to launch its regulated online market later this year.
The licence was awarded by the Alberta Gaming, Liquor & Cannabis Commission (AGLC). Play’n GO said the approval allows it to provide its online casino games to licensed operators in the province.
Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer at Play’n GO, said:
“Being granted a licence in Alberta is another important step in our North American growth journey and further strengthens our presence in Canada.
“Regulated markets are the foundation of our business, and Alberta represents an exciting opportunity to expand our footprint in a jurisdiction that shares our commitment to high standards, player protection and long‑term sustainability.”
Play’n GO said it has aligned its technology and game portfolio with Alberta’s regulatory requirements, with an initial batch of titles undergoing certification ahead of launch. The supplier is already active in Canada, with an established presence in Ontario and Quebec, according to the company.
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AGLC
Alberta iGaming Corporation Appoints Dan Keene as its CEO
Dan Keene, who served as the interim CEO of the Alberta iGaming Corporation (AiGC), has been appointed to the role permanently, effective April 21, 2026. Under his leadership, AiGC will launch Alberta’s regulated iGaming market on July 13. Keene has played a pivotal role in shaping the province’s gaming landscape, both through his work standing up AiGC and in his previous roles at the Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Commission (AGLC).
“Dan brings deep operational experience and a strong track record in gaming and market development. His leadership will be essential as the Alberta iGaming Corporation prepares for launch and delivers a regulated market built on social responsibility and player protection,” said Sanjeev Kad, Board Chair, Alberta iGaming Corporation.
About Dan Keene
Serving as Vice-President, Gaming at AGLC since July 2022, Keene overseen a broad portfolio, including gaming retail services, technical operations, compliance, online gambling, player loyalty, supply chain, electronic gaming, and product development across Alberta. He has been instrumental in advancing consumer-focused initiatives. He co-led the creation of Winner’s Edge, Alberta’s first province-wide casino loyalty program, and guided the operations of PlayAlberta.ca, currently, the province’s only regulated online gambling platform. Previously, Keene worked at AGLC as Manager, Casino Products. In this role, he led a team of specialists responsible for selecting slot games and terminals for Alberta’s 30 casinos and 750 VLT locations. Before joining AGLC, he completed successful tenures with Molson Breweries and Century Casinos Inc.
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